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​Christmas on the Cumberland

The City of Clarksville’s 18th annual Christmas on the Cumberland is open nightly 5-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, and 5-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Jan. 1 at the McGregor Park RiverWalk and Museum.

​For more information go to www.cityofclarksville.com/events or call 931-645-7476.

Flourishing Families event

Flourishing Families will host its third Christmas in Clarksville event on Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Foy Fitness Center of Austin Peay State University, providing gifts and hot meals to low-income families with children. Adults, teens and families are encouraged to volunteer starting at 8 a.m.

For more information, contact Beth Kasper at 931-387-3715 or beth.kasper@flourishingfamilies.org. To donate, visit www.flourishingfamilies.org/christmas-in-clarksville.

Carol Sing at Grace

Grace Chapel will hold a Carol Sing on Dec. 24, Christmas Eve, at 3 p.m. on Rossview Road just across from the Head Agricultural Center.

Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will hold its first hike of the year on the one-mile Short Loop Trail, on Sunday, Jan. 1, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. This is a moderate hike, so wear good walking shoes. It is suitable for all ages. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Tennova to offer health care help

Tennova Healthcare will have certified assisters on-site to help people with the Health Insurance Marketplace in the Liberty Rooms at 651 Dunlop Lane on Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 5:30 p.m. to share information, answer questions, and to schedule free appointments for application assistance.

Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville is also offering free one-on-one assistance throughout the Open Enrollment period at the hospital. Residents can schedule appointments by calling 931-502-1976, or can book an appointment online at www.GetCoveredAmerica.org/connector. Certified assisters will help with plan comparisons, determining any tax credits or discounts, and filling out applications.

Unity Worship Service

The Clarksville Area Ministerial Association will hold its 20th annual Unity Worship Service, "Celebrating 20 Years of Unity Through Diversity," in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16.

The speaker will be pastor and attorney Jerry Maynard of Nashville. The United Choirs coordinator will be Lydia Schoonover. The event will be at First Presbyterian Church, 213 Main St. For more information, call 931-645-6551.

Chocolate Affair

Join Clarksville Parks + Recreation for Chocolate Affair on Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center, 1190 Cumberland Drive. The event, offered at two times, will feature samples from over 20 businesses. Family-friendly entertainers and activities will fill the 2-4 p.m. event, while an adult soiree with dancing and a cash bar will be from 6-8 p.m.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at www.cityofclarksville.com/chocolate or in person at Clarksville Parks & Recreation, 102 Public Square.

Empty Bowls

The Empty Bowls fundraiser for Urban Ministries and Loaves and Fishes will be Feb. 28, with three lunch sites and three dinner sites. Tickets are $15 and are available at Sango Pharmacy, Trinity Episcopal Church and through Eventbrite.com. Tickets include soup, bread, drink, dessert and a ceramic soup bowl.

Heater Drive

United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region will be accepting heaters for its annual heater drive. Donations can be delivered to the United Way office at 529 N. Second St., Suite 1. For more information, call 931-647-4291.

Jingle Bell Food Drive

Loaves and Fishes is hosting a food drive for the months of November and December to stock their shelves this holiday season. Churches, businesses, schools, individuals and civic organizations are encouraged to collect and donate food. To participate, call Loves and Fishes at 931-645-9020 or email susan@loavesandfishestn.org.

Win a scholarship

Win a full scholarship to embark on a life-changing experience — designed by you. Submit your idea for a community service project and travel to your top destination and put your vision in action. Other AFS-USA scholarships are offered for students who wish to study abroad this summer, next semester, on gap and year programs in 2017 but the Project Change deadline is January 17, 2017. Apply now. Visit www.afsusa.org/study-abroad to see the many opportunities.

Citizen’s Police Academy

Applications are available for the upcoming Citizen’s Police Academy class. The class will start on March 7, and the graduation date will be on May 30. The CPA class covers all facets of the Police Department’s activities, from administration to tactical operations. The class is free.

You can pick up an application at Police Headquarters located at 135 Commerce St. or get an application online at www.cityofclarksville.com, Police Department, Citizen's Police Academy. For more information, call Officer Gregory Granderson at 931-648-0656, Ext. 5239.

AFS-USA seeks volunteers

The local Miss Tennky Area AFS Volunteer Leadership Team is looking for active individuals. This volunteer organization offers scholarships and other opportunities to more than 13,000 students, young adults and teachers each year. For more information, visit www.afsusa.org/team/misstennky/ or call the local coordinator, Becky Heywood at 615-473-4389.

SFL-TAP weekly hiring event

The Fort Campbell Soldier For Life-Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) hosts an employer event on most Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fort Campbell Soldier For Life Center, at 5661 Screaming Eagle Blvd. For a listing of employers, visit SFL-TAP on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FortCampbellACAP. For additional questions, please call 270-798-5000 /4163.